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Chapter 285: Heading to the Zheng Family
Chapter 285: Heading to the Zheng Family
"Fellow Daoist, thank you for taking care of my junior during this time. She has caused you quite some trouble."
Xu Wanyun poured herself a cup of tea, using it in place of wine.
"You're welcome. She's also been a great help to me," Shen Yi nodded, speaking the truth.
A Qing's claim that she could repair the Nine Swords Calamity Array was enough to ensure her protection anywhere.
After all, it was an array capable of trapping and killing those in the Transformation God Realm.
Seeing the two politely exchanging courtesies, A Qing heaved a sigh of relief. She was just being playful and didn't mean any real mischief. Knowing that both of them treated her very well, she didn't want any rift to form between them.
However, she soon felt that something was amiss, though she couldn't quite put her finger on it.
"Brother Shen, this is my senior. She wishes to come along..."
Before A Qing could finish her sentence, she received a light knock on her head.
"I address him as Fellow Daoist, and you call him big brother?" Xu Wanyun glanced at her.
"..."
A Qing finally realized where the problem lay, but looking at Shen Yi's handsome and youthful face, she couldn't bring herself to call him Uncle Shen no matter what.
She grunted and buried her head, refusing to speak.
"I heard that Fellow Daoist has important matters to attend to and may not be able to look after this junior. Why don't I take care of her instead? If there's anything I can help with, Wanyun is also willing to offer her meager assistance."
Xu Wanyun seemed to be rebutting her niece's earlier disdain for her lack of experience.
Her words were impeccable, and her every action was by the book, leaving no room for criticism.
Seeing her formal demeanor, Shen Yi raised an eyebrow, "That's fine."
It would be ideal if A Qing could stay, not only for her peerless spirit root but also to ensure the repair of the sword array, which would provide him with an extremely powerful asset.
However, this was ultimately a family matter, and it wouldn't be appropriate for an outsider to get too involved.
Noting Shen Yi's somewhat perfunctory response, Xu Wanyun merely smiled faintly.
It seemed that her earlier slip-up had caused him to underestimate her.
No wonder he was capable of participating in the Transformation God combat.
That palm strike earlier, though not fully unleashed, was definitely beyond what a Mixed Yuan Realm cultivator could withstand.
However, such a technique wasn't unique to the young man.
When it came to cross-realm combat, the Xu family was the true founder.
"Let's get going."
Shen Yi glanced at the others and saw that no one else had anything further to discuss.
He stood up decisively and nodded towards the distance.
Jin Baowen quickly stepped forward to lead the way, "Please follow me, Senior."
The group left the Eight Directions Food Pavilion together.
"May I ask how you wish to approach the Zheng family, Senior?" He asked in a low voice.
If they had the backing of a sect or a top power like Da Qian, the Zheng family would naturally have to welcome them respectfully. Even if they were a little less accommodating, as long as they were on an equal footing with the Zheng family, they wouldn't be turned away.
However, there was a downside to this.
A too high status would inevitably arouse the Zheng family's vigilance, leading them to be monitored constantly. In such a situation, it would be nearly impossible to meet Sui Mu.
"A wandering cultivator." Shen Yi stepped out of the valley and summoned the Red Cloud.
"That's excellent. However, Fellow Daoist, please be mindful that cultivators tend to be more influential than common folk. Try not to lose your temper when the time comes." Jin Baowen offered a word of caution.
"There aren't many wandering cultivators like you, Fellow Daoist."
Xu Wanyun shook her head and took the opportunity to flaunt the "experience" she had gained from her books, "Wandering cultivators have no backing, so they cultivate cautiously, always fearing that they might offend someone. They wouldn't dare to travel in such an eye-catching manner with a distinctive demonic cloud."
As she spoke, she took out an ordinary-looking wooden boat and summoned it into the air. It was about three zhang long.
Xu Wanyun stepped onto the boat first, pulling A Qing beside her, and then invited Shen Yi to join them.
Malicious individuals rarely travel with their families.
Xu Wanyun performed a series of intricate hand seals.
Unexpectedly, the ordinary-looking wooden boat sped forward, far surpassing the speed of the demonic cloud.
Shen Yi was slightly taken aback by its speed.
However, for him now, the faster they traveled, the better.
Time was of the essence.
Not only did he have to break through to the Transformation God Realm, but he also aspired to be among the best within that realm, a daunting task.
The Da Qian was no minor force.
To protect such a colossal entity would require power akin to that of Nie Jun.
And Shen Yi knew he still had a long way to go to reach that level.
...
The white clouds drifted gracefully, and the green mountains exuded a serene beauty.
The combination of the two easily evoked images of immortals.
And nestled within this picturesque landscape was the Zheng family, who, while not quite a sect of immortals, had established themselves as a formidable force thanks to their extensive connections, earning them the status of a branch of the immortal sect.
Numerous smaller tribes had gathered around the Zheng family, and the Jin family was among them.
At the peak of the mountain stood a towering statue, dozens of zhang tall.
Holding a scroll and a divine sword, the statue exuded an otherworldly aura, as if overlooking all living beings.
It was a testament to the Zheng family's profound heritage that they could claim such a blessed and abundant mountain range as their home, erecting a statue without fear of attracting unwanted attention from demons or monsters.
It symbolized their deep-rooted power.
"That's the ancestor of the Zheng family. He used to be a top-notch immortal in Xuan Guang Cave, but unfortunately, his lifespan ran out, and he passed away. However, he left behind a legacy that ensures the Zheng family's permanent place in Xuan Guang Cave."
Jin Baowen stood atop the White Cloud treasure, a sense of pride evident in his voice as he spoke of the Zheng family.
After all, they were in-laws.
Over the long years, the smaller tribes surrounding the Zheng family had vied for a connection with them, whether through adopting their prodigies or marrying their enchanting descendants into the Zheng family.
It was a common strategy to forge closer ties.
Additionally, the Jin family's lineage that had married into the Zheng family had long since ended, and Jin Baowen's attempt to leverage the ancestor's relationship for benefits had been promptly rejected.
The only remaining benefit was the freedom to enter and exit the Zheng family's territory.
"Indeed, they are connected to Xuan Guang Cave."
Xu Wanyun suddenly let out a cold laugh as she gazed upon the protective array of the Xu family's mountain.
It was ironic that after hiding for some time, their family's treasure was now visible everywhere.
Even a Transformation God Realm cultivator would find it challenging to breach that array.
"Of course."
Jin Baowen glanced at Shen Yi, his task being to verify the authenticity of the message. He had no intention of offending the Zheng family. "Senior, let me do the talking."
With the young man's consent, Jin Baowen descended towards the mountain estate, speaking quietly to the gatekeepers and gesturing towards the sky.
The next moment, the two gatekeepers stepped forward and shoved Jin Baowen towards the stone steps. "Old man, the family has made it clear that we're not receiving guests in recent years. How dare you bring people here? Are you tired of living?"
"..."
Xu Wanyun remained silent, glancing sideways and noticing a hint of surprise in Shen Yi's eyes as well.
It wasn't because the old man lacked such basic courtesy.
But because Jin Baowen was, at the very least, a Golden Elixir Realm martial artist.
The fact that two young gatekeepers could easily push him back suggested that if the Zheng family truly had such a foundation, then perhaps the Da Qian Alliance should step back and let the Zheng family take the lead.
(End of Chapter)
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